Leading Hand Breakdown Fitter
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Job Summary
Leading Hand Breakdown Fitter
- Job ID
- 932236
- Job Type
- Permanent Full Time
- Location
- Australia - Iron Bridge Australia - All Australia - Perth Australia - Pilbara WA
- Categories
- Trade - Heavy Diesel Fitter
- Applications close
- W. Australia Standard Time
Work with a team of the best
With a global business we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Breakdown Team Leader to manage our dedicated team of breakdown specialists in resolving unplanned machine events efficiently. As the leader youll play a pivotal role in minimizing machine downtime ensuring high-quality repairs and mentoring your team to success.
In this role you will:
- Work a 14/7 Roster 7 Days and 7 Nights 12 hours shifts
- Lead & Manage the Breakdown Team: Supervise a team of breakdown specialists ensuring the swift resolution of unplanned machine breakdowns and minimizing downtime.
- Resource Allocation & Delegation: Assess breakdowns and allocate resources effectively to ensure a prompt resolution while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Data Capture & Reporting: Oversee the accurate recording and analysis of breakdown events capturing all critical data for future improvement and failure analysis.
- Procurement & Logistics: Manage the procurement of parts for repairs ensuring timely availability of correct parts to avoid unnecessary delays.
- Mentoring & Training: Mentor team members provide on-the-job training and support them with troubleshooting analysis and repair strategies.
- Stakeholder Consultation: Liaise with management and key stakeholders to provide updates on breakdown status progress and resource needs ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
About you
- Trade qualification as Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter or equivalent
- Previous Leading Hand experience in a maintenance or breakdown role. Experience in general maintenance breakdowns component change outs and servicing of CAT and Hitachi Diggers Dozers and Epiroc Drills
- Strong technical knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and breakdown processes.
- JDE and INFOMINE experience is highly regarded for work order management and maintenance tracking.
- Ability to manage multiple breakdown events while maintaining clear communication and prioritization.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive approach to safety ensuring all breakdown activities are performed with minimal risk.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to coordinate teams and liaise with multiple stakeholders.
What Thiess can do for you
- Permanent full-time positions
- Full camp facilities provided
- Thiess commitment to training & development
- Salary sacrifice options Flights & novated leasing
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank) travel & retail products.
- Referral bonus program earn $2.5k for a successful referral
About us
At Thiess we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years we have operated in diverse commodities geologies environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project positioning them for optimal efficiency productivity and cost performance backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. Were focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe included and empowered.
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How to apply
This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition development and a stimulating and satisfying work environment there is no better time to join Thiess.
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How to apply
- Applications close
- W. Australia Standard Time
Key Skills
- DME
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Algebra
- Fire Sprinkler Fitting
- Physiology Knowledge
- Tube Bending
- OSHA
- Fabrication
- Pipe Threading
- Welding
- Geometry
- Power Tools
About Company
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